Payout Processing & Management
Calculate earnings, process payments, handle disputes, and maintain accurate financial records.
Step 1
Access Payout Dashboard
Navigate to the financial section to manage publisher payments.
- Go to Finance → Payout Management
- View: Publisher, Earnings, Minimum Threshold, Payment Method
- Filter by: Payment Status, Date Range, Payment Method
Step 2
Calculate Earnings
Review and verify publisher earnings before processing.
- Check Approved Conversions only
- Verify Payout Rates are correct
- Calculate Total Earnings for period
- Confirm Minimum Threshold is met
Important: Only approved conversions count toward payments.
Step 3
Process Payments
Execute payment transfers through approved methods.
- UPI Payments: Process via UPI ID provided
- Bank Transfers: Domestic/International wire
- Other Methods: PayPal, Payoneer, etc. as available
- Payment Schedule: Weekly, Bi-weekly, or Monthly as per policy
Step 4
Handle Payment Disputes
Address publisher inquiries about missing or incorrect payments.
- Verify Payment: Check transaction records
- Investigate Delays: Bank holidays, technical issues
- Correct Errors: Process adjustments if needed
- Communicate Clearly: Provide updates to publisher
Step 5
Manage Payout Holds
Handle situations where payments need to be delayed or withheld.
- Quality Issues: Hold for investigation
- Fraud Suspected: Withhold until cleared
- Tax Documentation: Missing W-8BEN/W-9 forms
- Policy Violations: Under review
Documentation: Always document reasons for payout holds.
Step 6
Maintain Financial Records
Keep accurate records of all payment transactions.
- Save Payment Receipts/Proofs
- Update Payment Status in system
- Maintain Audit Trail for all transactions
- Prepare Monthly Financial Reports